Innovate UK has up to £2.4 million to invest in innovative projects that help to improve life in Brazilian cities.

This competition aims to encourage innovative partnerships between the UK and Brazil. It is looking for projects that address one or more of the following urban challenges:

the governance of urban systems

urban infrastructure

sustainable urban environments

Brazilian cities face challenges

Brazilian cities face many challenges, including outdated infrastructure, the impact of climate change and dwindling resources, and the need to improve collection of information to inform policy-making,

The United Nations estimates that the global urban population in 2050 will be nearly 70%. In Brazil, it is already greater than 85%.

Competition is co-funded in Brazil

The UK element of the competition is funded by Innovate UK as part of the UK-Brazil Newton Fund. The Newton Fund is part of the UK government’s official development assistance and uses science and innovation to improve economic development and social welfare in 16 partner countries.